50 Best Latin American Restaurants in Orlando

“Papa Llama, 2840 Curry Ford Road, Orlando- 4-Stars Michelin Recommended- Bib Gourmand! Peruvian immigrants, Kevin and Maria Ruiz, say they founded Papa Llama in 2016 as an experimental pop up and opened the doors of this location in August 2020. In 2022, they earned the Michelin Guide's coveted "Bib Gourmand" award for establishments that serve good food at reasonable prices so naturally, I got excited. Paulina, my server, was well prepared and knowledgeable, making for an auspicious beginning in a gorgeous environment featuring good prices for dishes that could be made to satisfy both carnivores and herbivores alike. I ordered the entire family style menu which was, according to Papa Llama, "designed to be tasted together, shared, and fought over." So much food for just over a hundred dollars. The prices may have been cheap but the taste and quality of (most) victuals valieron un Perú! A hearty Big Boy Thank You (Sulpayki!) to Kevin and Maria and the culinary dactylograms of their ancestors, on this amazing cuisine (Somaq Mihuna!). The first item on the menu was Olives--whole green Castelvetrano olives marinated in house with aji panca--which were so delectable I could eat them all day. Next, the Red + Gold Beets, a minty beet salad with honey ají amarillo vinaigrette, queso fresco, and candied pistachio, which started out smooth and creamy and ended with a pleasantly piquant bite. Papas a la Huancaína followed, a fingerling potato dish with spicy aji amarillo cream, wakatay (black mint) salsa verde, and beef chicharron, topped with a fried egg. The potatoes themselves were not the star, but the combination of flavors in the sauce were amazing, unctuous but smooth. Papa Llama carries a long list of natural wines, more wines than food items, actually. That evening, I chose the Yuzu Sake, and may I say, "Holy smokes!" How refreshing after consuming so many peppers. The rest of the dishes I would give 4.5 to 5-Stars, EXCEPT for the side of frozen Sysco French fries which almost ruined an otherwise stellar meal. There are over 300 kinds of potatoes in Peru. Over 300! Perhaps in the United States we don't have the same abundance as found in El Valle Sagrado (the Sacred Valley) but, por favor, do not stoop to this! The Big Boy says, "Eat here. All the authentic Peruvian flavors at Papa Llama are 5-Star, but skip the fries, which are a corporate conglomerate frozen food disappointment."“

“Absolutely amazing service. Jojo was fantastic, as were our 2 waiters this evening. We sat outside, beautiful atmosphere. Food was excellent. 5+stars. We are lucky to be local, we will be back!“

“Nos gustó mucho, pedimos clvarios platos, lo único que nos encontramos poca cantidad es en los Chicharrones bites en comparación precio-porcion. pero muy rica la comida y buen servicio.“

“The food was excellent!! The service while friendly could be more efficient. It took forever to get a second glass of water. I ordered avocado and never received it but was charged for it. Didn’t realize it until I got home.“

“I had a lunch meeting at this restaurant and was really impressed. The food was incredible. I ordered the churrasco, and it was absolutely delicious. My coworkers also had great things to say about their meals. The drinks were on point too! The only downside for me was that the music felt a bit too loud for a lunch meeting, but if you’re looking for a social spot, this place definitely delivers.“

“Well, I wanted to try the pollo Mario in Orlando. We try the chicken. It was very, very disappointing. No flavor at all. I do not recommend the chicken.. the chicharon was just ok. I don’t think I’ll be returning to the place. Now the Pollo Mario. And Woodside queens New York. Oh my God outstanding place if you’re ever in New York, please go to go to Mario in Woodside. Ny. Sorry, I tate this place 4 out of 10.“

“La comida es deliciosa. El servicio es excelente. Dany es bien cortés y servicial. Volveré.“

“I was recently in this place and I attended Laura Londono. Thank you Laura for such a professional and pleasant service. The restaurant from feeling proud to have someone like you. [Original] estuve hace poco en este lugar y me atendio Laura Londono .Gracias laura por tan profesional y agradable servicio .El restaurante dede sentirse orgulloso de tener alguien como tu .“

“Delicious food, nice atmosphere and great service!!“

“Food of excellent quality and flavor. I ordered an empanada, the food was freshly made and fresh. I also ordered a chicha and the manager made sure everything was ready at the same time. They also brought my food to the table. Great service!!“

“I could make a meal out of the guacamole, queso, pico, and chips! The guacamole was chunky and fresh tasting. The queso was the best I've ever had, not too mild, very flavorful! I can't wait to go back and try something else!“

“We’ve come for breakfast and dinner and they do not disappoint! Such amazing food and atmosphere. This is our new favorite spot.“

“Everything was amazing but I have to give a shout out to my waitress Yesenia and the kitchen staff Israel, Josuany and Hilda. We arrived an hr before the kitchen closed and they made our food to perfection. And I wanted to take a last minute order to go and they were so kind about it and made my meal though the kitchen was closed. They absolutely didn’t have to. It’s these small things that aren’t so small. You guys made my husbands birthday night amazing by going above and beyond and I’m grateful. ❤️ thank you!“

“Went there for Dinner got there early and was let in. Our server got our drinks and never returned. So many wait staff and the service is horrible. The drinks are over priced. This place is a scam. The best part of this place is the front door. They ruined our Valentine Day dinner. To late to go elsewhere. Drove three hours to visit this place. it's all scam. Gozamba is just Upscale ghetto!!! Shut it down!!!!!“

“Yes!!!! Authentic delicious food that makes you feel like you just received a home cooked meal! 🎉 The team makes you feel like family. They even helped me practice my Spanish. 🙏🏼 The restaurant is clean and colorful. The menu is robust. My children wanted to order one of everything. We will need go back and try the items we missed. Next time I will make sure to bring home some of their packaged goodies. 😋“

“amazing food! beautiful staff🤷“

“Excelente ambiente y servicio. La comida riquísima.“

“Great place for dining with friends and family. Awesome Latin food and delicious desserts.“

“This place was very clean and all the food was very fresh. Lots of options for rice, meats, sides. It’s a long buffet style line and they add to your plate whatever you ask for and bring it to the cashier for you to pay. They also have tables for you to sit and eat after you pay for your food. We came here because it was on the same road as our car rental on the way back to the airport. So this is now our go-to spot when we land in Orlando and need food as soon as we arrive.“

“I enjoy dinner at CHIMIKING in Windermere, the music, the food, and staff were super nice. Highly recommended for small dinner parties.“

“We are locals and have been coming here regularly since it opened. We love the authentic food and great vibes. The loaded nachos are my absolute favorite!!! Definitely check it out. You will want to come back.“

“Love this restaurant. The food is fantastic, and the same with the service.“

“I catered food for a baby shower it was amazing ! Everything was delicious and people raved about how great it was ! Thank you Tu casa for amazing food..“

“Very nice place , great food ! Taste very authentic and the fish in the cebiche was super fresh as well of all ingredients. Flavor was amazing ! We surely coming back soon . Kathy was our waitress and she was amazing !!!! Great service !!“

“Amazing food ! Authentic spanish food that taste flavorful with such a perfect taste of seasoning . I highly recommended to Co-workers and neighbors . Thank you Evefoodies , See you soon !“

“THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN ORLANDO!“

“Great service and even better food!“

“Here's a rewritten review based on your input:"I had an incredible dining experience this morning! The food was absolutely delicious, with generous portions that left me feeling full and satisfied. But what really stood out was the presentation - it was truly incredible! The dish was beautifully plated, with vibrant colors and a visually appealing arrangement that made me almost hesitant to take a bite. Almost. The combination of flavor, quantity, and presentation made for a truly exceptional meal that I won't soon forget. Five stars and highly recommended!"“

“recomiendo 10000% ...la comida y atención super buena. Muy limpio y organizado....Adicional quiero comentar algo muy importante estoy eternamente agradecida con la Sra que atiende la mayoría del tiempo, pienso que es la dueña pues este miércoles 16 de Febrero 2022 fui a comer allí y tuve un percance de Salud y ella lo dió todo hasta que llegó el servicio de emergencias....Creo que si no hubiese actuado tan rápido no estaría para contarlo....Agradecida de ayudar a mi madre en el proceso....No sabe como me siento pues no todos los comercios demuestran nobleza y usted sobrepasó eso......Muchas gracias, espero le llegue el mensaje Gracias Yoally Denise“

“Awesome place! Great tasting food!!“

“The ladies will love the servers after hours.
And guys will love the amount of single women available! Armed security so no BS... the mamis are sexii and can dance! DJ is crazy and food served til late! Great late dinner spot or drinks! A fuego! 🔥💯🏆“

“This place is insane of how much food variety they have. You cant decide what to eat. Everything was amazing. The ladies take care of you. Fill your plate and all is to die for. Old fashion food like Abuela cooked. Thanks a million 😊“

“Their name comes from cachapa a typical dish from Venezuela made from maize flour. They date back to pre-Colombian times and are loaded with tons of protein and gut-friendly fiber. They say to be like American pancakes but to me they’re cachapas with no comparison! The food is delicious, the staff is friendly, the outdoor space is clean and the atmosphere is pleasant! They make other dishes like BBQ, hamburgers and degranado! This place is awesome! It’s located in the front space of the High Soccer Arena sports complex which keeps them quite busy! You’ve got to visit them!“

“Great tasty food served by attentive staff . 100% 👍“

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“Miami vibes with Miami prices. The food and drinks are GOOD though! The risotto was so light and fresh, as was the fish. The steak was insanely thick and cooked perfectly. Service was attentive and friendly, our server Alex was great. Really stunning interior. Only 4 stars because of the prices.“

“Ate here for the first time this weekend and the food was amazing! Our waitress was very helpful and the food was fresh and delicious. Some of the best tortilla chips I’ve had (salsa trio) and the enchiladas were great! Great kids options as well!“

“Excellent!!! I had the Nutty Temptation Tacos which was full of great flavors and delighted each & every taste bud 😋. Hoping to see an Earthy Picks pop up in the Melbourne area in the near future 🤞🏻. Gluten free and vegan 🙌🏻💯♥️“

“It was late on a Saturday night when we happened to pass by this spot and decided to give it a try and I’m so glad we did! The person who helped us was incredibly friendly and took the time to answer all my questions. They recommended the chicken arepa, and wow… it was delicious! The flavors were spot on, and everything came together perfectly. We also had a passion fruit juice that was super refreshing and full of flavor. I’ll definitely be recommending this place to friends, and I’m looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu!“

“At the moment you step in that restaurant the personel give you an agreeable feeling. Very courteous hosts, it is a nice restaurant to hang out with friends or with your date. tasty cooking, professional chef, comfortable price and generous service. Highly recommended“

“The Cubaan Kortrijk is the place to be in the week is perfect for professional meetings with Al the space also you can reserve for more comfort and privacy. In the weekend you have a dj who is playing from 22:30 till 04:00 in the morning, every weekend is an other concept. You can also follow cocktail workshops and dance workshops. 🍹🍸🥂🎼💃🏽🎉🥳“

“If I lived in Orlando I would come here all the time! Genuine idea to use arepas as burger “buns” and the fixings with the burger work great too, but it’s execution of the arepas that stands out. I’ve had so many that just didn’t live up to expectations, but this one was just about perfect. Great job!“

“Tuvimos la oportunidad de comer hoy en este Restaurante, que delicia!!! Todo rico y un servicio de excelencia. Recomendado 100%“

“This was a hidden gem in Orlando. We walked in and the atheistic was beautiful. Our server, Rebecca was attentive, responsive, and knowledgeable. I was excited to have great service, since it's so hard to find. This by far was a great place. Good parking and seating. The drinks and hookah were good quality and fast service. Highly recommend! Go!“

“A lot of competition in the area, but this is my favorite spot because the food is always consistent. Not salty, not too spicy everything is made as if your grandmother made it. And the price very competitive. Five stars.

Dietary restrictions: I lost 30 pounds here. I just stuck to protein-based foods very minimum rice, avocado, and veggies and the price of my food. Every day hovered around eight dollars and.“

“This food is amazing. I have eaten here twice and yum 😋“

“My 17 year old wanted her cake here! Their cakes are delicious but they branded hers with a white chocolate wafer with Fortuna Bakery on her birthday cake and I found that the only downfall. We don’t want an advertisement on her cake. Next time leave that off. We got the Fantasia cake. She had a great day! Thank you!“